Principal (Intellectual Property practice)

About the role

In our Intellectual Property practice, we bring analytical rigor and objectivity to all types of IP issues, whether in the context of high-stakes disputes, transactions, valuations, or compliance matters. In the dispute context, CRA is hired to quantify and provide independent, expert testimony on damages in patent, trademark, trade secret, and copyright infringement matters. CRA is also hired to perform valuations of IP for the purpose of mergers and acquisitions, licensing negotiations, or tax reasons, and to evaluate strategic business decisions as they relate to a client’s intellectual property holdings.

Responsibilities

• Effectively plan and manage assigned projects, including supervising and being accountable for the work of other team members;
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients and assist in the presentation of our conclusions and recommendations;
• Create and develop client deliverables including expert reports summarizing our opinions;
• Independently conceptualize and identify issues, design complex financial models to analyze economic and financial data, and oversee the creation of analyses;
• Direct project team members on project scope, deliverables, and deadlines;
• Summarize key issues identified from the review by team members of client documents, analyst reports, and third party financial, market and industry data;
• Provide strategic insights to leadership team regarding project scope, budget, and staffing;
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of analyses and opinions;
• Lead and participate in recruiting and professional development efforts, as well as other practice, office and corporate initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of finance, accounting or economic work experience with proven project management skills and a strong aptitude in business writing;
• An advanced degree or CFA or CPA professional certification is beneficial but not required;
• Prior consulting or financial services experience is preferred;
• Exceptional communication skills, a high level of initiative and responsibility, dedication to quality, a strong work ethic, creativity, and a positive attitude.

Benefits

• A robust skills development program including 100 hours of training annually;
• A comprehensive total rewards program including a superior benefits package, wellness programming, and in-house immigration support;
• A flexible work environment with a commitment to career growth, mentorship, and inclusivity;
• Additional leadership and collaboration opportunities through internal firm development activities.

Pay

A good-faith estimate of the annual base salary range for this position is $175,000 - $250,000. Stating pay within this range may vary based on factors such as education level, experience, skills, geographic location, market conditions, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for additional bonus incentive compensation.

Schedule

We ask that individuals spend 3 to 4 days a week on average working in the office (which may include traveling to another CRA office or to a client's location), with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.